Outdoor Research Pertex Rain Gear

How to Choose Rainwear

Learn about the types of rainwear, including waterproof/breathable technology, and how to choose the jacket that will best serve your needs.

Rainwear Basics

This beginner-level series covers everything you need to know to purchase and care for a rain jacket.

How to Go Hiking in the Rain

Learn how to prepare for rain when you go hiking: Get tips on gear to bring, how to keep it dry and special concerns for wet-weather hikers.

How to Go Backpacking in the Rain

With the right mindset, a rainy backpacking trip can be fun. Get tips on wet-weather risks and gear, and how to keep things dry.

Rainwear: Durable Water Repellent (DWR) Care

Learn how to test your rainwear’s durable water repellent (DWR) coating and how to revive existing DWR or apply new DWR.

How to Care for Gore-Tex Rainwear

Keep your GORE-TEX clothing waterproof with these cleaning tips, and learn how to tell if the durable water repellent coating needs renewal.